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Temu Recalls Plush Teddy Bear Over Choking Hazard

The online retailer urges safe disposal of the toy and offers automatic refunds for purchases made before April 16, 2025.

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Bei Temu verkaufte Plüsch Teddybären werden wegen Erstickungsgefahr zurückgerufen.

Overview

  • Temu has issued a recall for the '25cm/9.84in Adorable Teddy Bear' sold by vendor Bookfong due to a back seam defect posing a choking risk.
  • The recall applies to all purchases made before April 16, 2025, after external testing revealed the seam could detach and expose small parts.
  • Affected customers with verified contact information are being automatically refunded, while others can request refunds through Temu's Support Center.
  • The company advises customers to stop using the product, dispose of it safely, and notify any third parties who may have received it as a gift.
  • The recall highlights ongoing concerns about product safety and quality control in low-cost, direct-to-consumer e-commerce platforms like Temu.